James Jamieson (i)
From Shetland History Online
For other people with the same name, see James Jamieson.
James Robert Jamieson (b. 7 October 1864, Lerwick, d. 26 July 1934, Aberdeen) was a flesher and County Councillor for Lerwick Central between 1904 and 1919.
He unsuccessfully contested the 1904 Lerwick Town Council election.
Biography
In 1901, James opened a new shop at 123 Commercial Street that sold fruit, confectionary, teas and refreshments. In 1905, this premises was sold by auction. By 1912, he was operating a business in the neighbouring 125 Commercial Street.
In on 31 May 1919, he sold his premises to Henry & Jamieson, who had 103 Commercial Street.
When James died, he left an estate worth £2,951 worth around £180k in 2024.
Political Career
- 1904 County Council election
- 1907 County Council election
- 1910 County Council election
- 1913 County Council election
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| Zetland County Council | ||
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| Preceded by John Robertson 
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Member for Lerwick Central 1904-1919 |
Succeeded by James Pottinger |
